ADA Compliance Coordinator - University of Wyoming

JOB TITLE:  

ADA Compliance Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:   

The ADA/Section 504 Compliance Coordinator serves as the University's designated coordinator for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws related to accessibility, disability accommodations, and nondiscrimination. This position provides institution-wide leadership, coordination, oversight, and consultation to ensure equitable access to university programs, services, activities, facilities, employment, and digital environments for students, employees, visitors, and members of the public.

The Coordinator develops, implements, and evaluates institutional policies, procedures, programs, and initiatives that promote accessibility and compliance. The position serves as the University’s central resource for disability-related compliance by coordinating accommodation processes; conducting institutional accessibility assessments; developing and delivering education and training programs and collaborating with stakeholders across the University to advance accessibility, inclusion, and compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Serve as the University's designated ADA/Section 504 Compliance Coordinator and institutional subject matter expert, providing leadership and oversight for compliance with federal and state disability laws.  Advise university leadership on regulatory obligations, institutional risk, accessibility strategies, and compliance-related decision-making affecting students, employees, applicants, visitors, and members of the public.


• Lead the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of institution-wide policies, procedures, and accommodation frameworks to ensure equitable access, mitigate compliance risk, and maintain adherence to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.


• Conduct and oversee institutional accessibility assessments, audits, and compliance reviews of physical, programmatic, communication, and digital environments; identify systemic barriers; recommend corrective actions; monitor remediation efforts; and evaluate progress toward strategic accessibility and compliance objectives.


• Direct and monitor enterprise-wide accessibility initiatives, establishing priorities and driving compliance efforts related to academic programs, employment practices, facilities, events, services, communications, and digital environments to advance accessibility and reduce institutional barriers.


• Provide strategic consultation and guidance to faculty, Human Resources, Student Affairs, Facilities Management, Information Technology, and other stakeholders regarding complex accommodation matters, accessibility barriers, compliance obligations, and implementation of universal design and inclusive practices.


• Partner with the Equal Opportunity Report and Response (EORR), Human Resources, Disability Support Services (DSS), General Counsel, and other compliance leaders to ensure alignment of ADA/Section 504 practices with broader institutional compliance, civil rights, equity, and risk-management frameworks.


• Develop, deliver, and evaluate comprehensive education, training, and outreach initiatives that strengthen institutional understanding of disability inclusion, accessibility requirements, accommodation processes, legal obligations, and emerging best practices.


• Lead the University's digital accessibility strategy by establishing institutional compliance expectations, prioritizing remediation efforts, providing consultation regarding accessibility technologies and digital content, and promoting compliance with WCAG, Section 508, and related accessibility standards across websites, software, electronic communications, instructional materials, events, and public-facing digital resources.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES: 

• Analysis/Problem Solving


• Attention to detail


• Collaboration


• Formal Presentation Skills


• Strategic Planning


• Technical/Professional Knowledge

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION:  Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE:  Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in one or more of the following areas:

• ADA/Section 504 compliance


• Disability services and accommodations


• Human Resources, including employee accommodations or employee relations


• Equal opportunity, civil rights, or regulatory compliance


• Accessibility compliance (physical, digital, or programmatic)


• Policy administration in higher education, government, healthcare, or a similarly complex organization

LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATIONS, OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• ADA Coordinator Certification (ADACC) preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable period following hire

Experience Evaluation

Experience requirements are evaluated on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis. Relevant part-time experience will be prorated based on hours worked. For example, two years working an average of 20 hours per week is equivalent to approximately one year of full-time experience.

Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions. Failure to provide this information may affect the evaluation of qualifications.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• JD, and relevant EdD, PhD in Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field.


• Six to eight years of progressively responsible professional experience


• Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Section 508, WCAG standards, and related federal and state regulations.


• Knowledge of accommodation processes and accessibility principles within higher education and employment settings.


• Ability to interpret and apply complex legal, regulatory, and policy requirements.


• Knowledge of digital accessibility standards, assistive technologies, and accessibility evaluation methodologies.


• Ability to build collaborative partnerships and influence organizational change without direct supervisory authority.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 


2. Resume or C.V. 


3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position). 

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level. 

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS: 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected]. 

ABOUT LARAMIE: 

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website. 

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/